On November 8th, clean energy advocates assessed the implications of a potential Trump presidency as the Global Solar Council announced over 2 terawatts of global solar capacity, aiming for 8 GW by 2030.
China’s new Energy Law, effective January 2025, prioritizes renewable energy, sets development goals, promotes efficiency in fossil fuel use, and incorporates hydrogen into the energy management system.
The prospect of a second Trump presidency raises significant concerns for climate activists, as he is likely to reverse Biden’s policies, withdraw from international agreements, and prioritize fossil fuel interests, impacting global climate leadership.
Tom Steyer’s book, Cheaper Faster Better, draws parallels between WWII and climate action, emphasizing systemic change over individual responsibility. While insightful, it mainly reflects an American perspective on climate leadership.
The US Department of Energy is advancing four clean energy projects in Puerto Rico, including two solar farms and battery storage, to enhance the island’s resilience against climate-related disasters.
Competition is essential for the clean energy sector. Tariffs on Chinese imports may harm the US’s ability to innovate and lead in clean energy, potentially sparking a detrimental trade war.
Massachusetts and Rhode Island approved three offshore wind projects with a capacity of 2.9 GW, aiming to power 1.6 million homes and support bold clean energy goals by 2030.
The UK’s Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero emphasized the need to accelerate the transition to clean energy at the Energy UK Annual Conference. He highlighted the drawbacks of fossil fuels and the societal benefits of clean energy, pledging decisive action.
Norway’s Sovereign Wealth Fund, valued at $1.71 trillion, plans large investments in renewable energy. It commits $1.01 billion to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners for offshore and onshore wind, solar, and grid projects. Despite this, Norway’s oil and gas industry has not pledged to scale back extractions, drawing criticism.
Clean Energy for America endorses Kamala Harris for president, aiming to galvanise support for clean energy candidates in crucial states.
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